Conversation Groups
Our International Conversation Groups and Facilitator Training Program are designed for international students, yet open to everyone. They give students a relaxed social environment in which to connect with fellow students at Pace while also developing conversation skills. The groups are creative, fun and make use of membersÂ鶹´«Ã½™ interests (music, art, business, fashion, world affairs and more) as we build community together. We support people to bring all that they have (e.g. interests, concerns, dreams, how theyÂ鶹´«Ã½™d like to grow, what is challenging, etc.) to create different kinds of conversations. Participating in ICGs can be used to satisfy the Civic Engagement and/or Volunteer Hours components of certain classes.
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- Opportunities to train as a Conversation Group Facilitator
- Communication and team-building skills for the multicultural and multilingual workplace
- How to respectfully and effectively interact and build relationships with culturally and linguistically diverse community members Â鶹´«Ã½“ essential for todayÂ鶹´«Ã½™s globalized world
- Interviewing and presentation skills for jobs, internships, etc.
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If you're globally minded and would like to develop as an International Conversation Group Facilitator, International Academic Support is offering an apprenticeship program for anybody who might be interested. This fast-track training program, will provide skills and opportunities for:
- Leading and/or co-leading Conversation Group sessions
- Sharpening your leadership, public speaking and team-building skills which are useful in all areas of work
- Ways to respectfully interact and build relationships with culturally and linguistically diverse community members
- Building community in a global age
If you're interested and would like to apply, click the 'Become a CG Facilitator' button above. Upon receiving your application, an interview with the coordinator of the program, Gwen Lowenheim, will be set up. If you have questions, email Gwen Lowenheim.